This Is American Idol (S3E5)The JabberGuys look back at the beginnings of American Idol and discuss some of the biggest successes, as well as some of the most memorable failures of the popular TV show.Listen to the episode playlist on SPOTIFYIntroducing the judges; Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, and Randy JacksonThe audition segments of the TV show were as popular as the competition.William Hung - “She Bangs She BangsLarry Platt - ‘Pants on the Ground”    Where is Larry Platt now?Keith Beukelaer - “Like a Virgin”(2002) Season 1, First winner: Kelly Clarkson(2003) Season 2 Winner: Ruben Studdard, Second Place: Clay Aiken(2004) Season 3 Winner: Fantasia Barrino, Second Place: Diana DiGarmoJennifer Hudson finished 7th in Season 3.(2005) Season 4 Winner: Carrie Underwood, Second Place: Bo Bice(2006) Season 5 Winner: Taylor Hicks, Second Place: Katharine McPheeChris Daughtry finished 4th, and Kellie Pickler finished 6th(2007) Season 6 Winner: Jordin Sparks, Second Place: Blake Lewis(2008) Season 7 Winner: David Cook, Second Place: David Archuleta(2009) Season 8 Winner: Kris Allen, Second Place: Adam LambertQueen and Adam Lambert(2010) Season 9 Winner: Lee DeWyze, Second Place: Crystal Bowersox(2011) Season 10 Winner: Scotty Creery, Second Place: Lauren AlainaHaley Reinhart finished 3rd(2012) Season 11 Winner: Phillip Phillips, Second Place: Jessica Sanchez(2013) Season 12 Winner: Candice Glover, Second Place: Kree Harrison(2014) Season 13 Winner: Caleb Johnson, Second Place: Jena Irene(2015) Season 14 Winner: Nick Fradiani, Second Place: Clark Beckham(2016) Season 15 Winner: Trent Harmon, Second Place: La’Porsha RenaeAmerican Idol moves from FOX to ABC(2018) Season 16 Winner: Maddie Poppe, Second Place: Caleb Lee Hutchinson(2019) Season 17 Winner: Laine Hardy, Second Place: Alejandro Aranda(2020) Season 18 Winner: Just Sam, Second Place: Arthur Gunn(2021) Season 19 Winner: Chayce Beckham, Second Place: Willie SpenceNews (week of Jan 10-16)a)     Lionel Ritchie to receive the Library of Congress Gershwin Awardb)     On this date…-       1969, Led Zeppelin’s debut album is released-       1974, Steve Miller Band has #1 single, ‘The Joker’-       1993, Van Morrison doesn’t attend his Rock Hall of Fame induction Listen to the episode playlist on SPOTIFYVisitwww.jabberguys.com to subscribe to our podcasts and for trivia based on each episode.Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://paypal.me/jabberguys?locale.x=en_US)

Bat Out of Hell (S3-E4)The JabberGuys discuss the making of Bat Out of Hell and the background of the iconic lead singer, Meat Loaf.  One of the best-selling albums of all time, Meat Loaf and Jim Steinman create a music legacy with the help of Todd Rundgren.Listen to the episode playlist on SPOTIFYMarvin Lee Aday - “Meat Loaf”Growing up in Dallas, Texas with an alcoholic father and being bullied at schoolWhat’s this about him getting boned in the head with a shotput, and then being able to sing?Meat leaves for Los AngelesGets involved in theatre and singingJoins the cast of HAIR, and does Rocky Horror movie (1975)Meets Jim Steinman while in New York and they decide to work on “Bat Out of Hell”Todd Rundgren joins them after the duo have little success promoting the album“Bat Out of Hell” becomes one of the best-selling albums of all time, reaching 14x Platinum in the USA (Released 1977) “Paradise by the Dashboard Light” becomes one of their biggest hits.Karla DeVito joins the concert tour after Ellen Foley (original voice for the song) declinesBat Out of Hell 2: Back into Hell (1993)Documentaries:1)    Behind the Music2)    Meat Load Legacy3)    Dan Rather InterviewRemember to share the episode!Listen to the episode playlist on SPOTIFYVisitwww.jabberguys.com to subscribe to our podcasts and for trivia based on each episode.Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://paypal.me/jabberguys?locale.x=en_US)

Rock and Roll Lawsuits (S3-E3)The JabberGuys get into some of the most famous music lawsuits and share some of the background you may not have been aware of.  Where there is money, creative talent, and big business, there will be disagreements, greed, and inevitable legal action.  Listen to the episode playlist on SPOTIFYJohn Fogerty vs Fantasy RecordsMetallica vs NapsterNeil Young vs Geffen RecordsRoger Waters vs Pink FloydGeorge Harrison vs Bright Tunes (“My Sweet Lord” vs the Chiffon’s - “He’s So Fine”)Apple Corp vs Apple ComputersPaul McCartney vs the BeatlesPearl Jam vs TicketmasterHuey Lewis vs Ray Parker Jr (“I What a New Drug” vs “Ghostbusters”) Remember to share the episode!Listen to the episode playlist on SPOTIFYVisitwww.jabberguys.com to subscribe to our podcasts and for trivia based on each episode.Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://paypal.me/jabberguys?locale.x=en_US)

Where Did Our Money Go? (S3-E2)The JabberGuys talk about backstories of the surprising number of musicians who have declared bankruptcy after experiencing huge success.  Where did their money go?Listen to the episode playlist on SPOTIFYTim Biebs?Meatloaf (Bat Out of Hell - 43 million albums sold)Facing over 40 lawsuits, he was forced to claim bankruptcyThe Apprentice confrontation with Meatloaf and Gary BuseyBritney Spears (Hit Me Baby One More Time - rockets her to celebrity status)Britney wins court battle in 2021 Ted Nugent  claims bankruptcy in 1980, partly due to a mink farm… ?Piers Morgan and Ted NugentMarvin Gaye - divorce, drugs, cars, expensive bad real estate… then bankruptcy. (Felching radio segment  “Armageddon!”)MC Hammer - Success followed by extravagant spending and bankruptcy in 1996Billy Joel’s brother-in-law/manager swindles approx. $90 millionWillie Nelson - Failed tax shelters by his accountants lead to $32 million in back taxesJerry Lee Lewis - Success on multiple charts, followed by scandal due to marriage to his 13 year-old cousin.  The IRS hounded Lewis for back taxes in the late 78s and early 80s, ending up in bankruptcy in 1988. Mick Fleetwood, from one of the best-selling bands of all time.  Extravagant spending on cocaine, estimated to be about $8 million, and bad real estate… claiming bankruptcy in 1984.Wayne Newton - ‘Mr. Las Vegas’ claims bankruptcy in 1992 and 2013.Michael Jackson; it was estimated that he was $400-$500 million in debt when he died.Harry Nilsson - His manager took all of his money, and left him with $300, and lots of outstanding debts.  Died of heart failure a few months after claiming bankruptcy in 1994.Dee Snider - (Twisted Sister): Huge success in the 80s, followed by a downturn, but Dee kept up his spending, leaving him flat broke in 1995.Toni Braxton, Tom Petty, David CrosbyRemember to share the episode!Listen to the episode playlist on SPOTIFYVisit www.jabberguys.com to subscribe to our podcasts and for trivia based on each episode.Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no extra cost Support the show (https://paypal.me/jabberguys?locale.x=en_US)

Hidden Messages in Rock (S3-E1)The JabberGuys investigate some of the backwards-masking hidden in songs in Rock Music.   Some were intentional, but many deny having anything to do with the disturbing backwards messages discovered in their songs.  Is this connected to Satanic worship?  Listen in and make your own decision.Listen to the (frontwards) playlist on SPOTIFY“Backward-masking”“Subliminal Messaging” Queen - “Another One Bites the Dust”Message - “It’s Fun to Smoke Marijuana”Hidden messages connected to Satan?Judas Priest - “Better By You Better Than Me”Message - “Do It”, “Off Yourself”(Trial)Eagles - “Hotel California”Message - “Yes Satan you had us believe in you”The hotel was the headquarters for the church of Satan in CaliforniaThe cover of the Hotel California Album has a demon in the background in the balconyYoko Ono - “Kiss Kiss Kiss”, backwards it’s “666”Cheap Trick - “Gonna Raise Hell”Message - “Satan holds the key to the lock”ELO - “El Dorado”Message - “He is the nasty one …. Everyone who has the mark will live” Led Zeppelin - “Stairway to Heaven”Message - “Oh my sweet Satan, you’ve been a bad boy … 666”Sound Garden - “665”Message - “Santa I love you baby … got what I need”Beatles - (Paul is dead theme)White Album, Sgt PepperMessage - “Turn me on dead man”, “I buried Paul” This week in Rock News (Nov 14th, 2021)-       ABBA’s new album ‘Voyage’ is released after 40 years and tops the charts-       Tragedy at the Astroworld concert (YouTube) (GlobalNews)-       Chris Daughtry’s step-daughter dies, and cause under investigation-       Roger Daltrey disses the Rolling Stones Remember to share the episode!Listen to the (frontwards) playlist on SPOTIFYVisitwww.jabberguys.com to subscribe to our podcasts and for trivia based on each episode. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://paypal.me/jabberguys?locale.x=en_US)

Does Cleveland Still Rock? (S2-E15)The JabberGuys discuss the recent 2021 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductions, and it isn’t without controversy.  Who’s in, who’s out, and is the Hall of Fame still Rock and Roll?Listen to the playlist on SPOTIFYSteve Miller’s rant in the press room (2016)Should rap and hip-hop be included as one of the RRHoF’s genres?2021 InducteesPerformers:Tina TurnerCarole KingThe Go-Go’sJAY-ZFoo Fighters (Kid performs Metallica with Foo Fighters)Todd Rundgren Early Influencers:KraftwerkCharley PattonGil Scott-Heron Musical Excellence:LL Cool JBilly PrestonRandy Rhoads Ahmet Ertegun Award:Clarence Avant 2021 Nominees who didn’t make the cut:Mary J. BligeKate BushDevoIron MaidenChaka KhanFela KutiNew York DollsRage Against the MachineDionne Warwick Drew Barrymore introduces the Go Go’s mimicking the cover of “Beauty and the Beat”Todd Rundgren isn’t impressed with the RRHoF, and doesn’t show up to the induction ceremony.Tina Turner expresses her gratitude for the induction from her home in Switzerland, her 2nd induction.Carole King, at 81, performs at the 2021 induction ceremonyKraftwerk, German pioneers of electronic musicCharley Patton, father of the ‘Delta Blues’Gil Scott-Heron, spoken word performerLL Cool J, talented performer in music, movies, TV (Birth name: James Todd Smith)Billy Preston, the 5th Beatle (1946-2006)Randy Rhoads, tragically died in plane accident in 1982The JabberGuys can’t believe that some performers still aren’t in...StyxPat BenetarWarren ZevonThe CarpentersCommodores… Queex goes on with a long list of those who aren’t in, and never being nominated, listen to the episode. 31 years without a nomination… “The Guess Who”16 years without a nomination… “INXS” This week in Rock News (Nov 4th, 2021)-       Rihanna to release limited edition vinyls of her 8-album discography-       On this date, Nov 4th, 1966, Good Vibrations was released and went on to top the charts in numerous countries-       New season of Sesame Street featuring Billie Eilish Remembering Gary Gnu Show and the News from The Great Space Coaster TV ShowRemember to share the episode!Listen to the playlist on SPOTIFYVisit www.jabberguys.com to subscribe to our podcasts and for trivia based on each episode.Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://paypal.me/jabberguys?locale.x=en_US)

All About ABBA (S2-E14)The JabberGuys remember the rise of one of the most successful pop groups of all time, ABBA, with insights to some of the band member's highs and lows.Listen to the playlist on SPOTIFYThe early years:Bjorn Ulvaeus: Hootenany SingersBenny Andersson: Hep Stars (one of biggest pop groups in Sweden in the 1960s)Anni-Frid Lyngstad: won a talent contest and a contract with EMI Sweden (originally from Norway)Agnetha Faltskog: Solo career (4 solo albums between 1968-1971)The 4 meet and start writing songs and performing togetherBenny+Frida, Bjorn+Agnetha, become couples1970 - Festfolk was their first attempt together, with not-so-great results 1973 - They enter the contest at Melodifestivalen, and qualify for Eurovision with the song “Ring-Ring” finishing third1974 - Eurovision, ABBA wins the competition with the song “Waterloo”, with their new name “ABBA”“ABBA” is an acronym for their names… Anni-Frid, Benny, Bjorn, and AgnethaThe ABBA name is already in use by a food company who've had the name since 1838, but the company allows them to share the nameWhile they are popular behind the “Iron-Curtain”, due to the cold war and embargos on Russian currency, ABBA gets paid in oil commodities by eastern-block countries18 months pass before their next hit… “SOS”Swedish high taxes are mitigated by writing off their extravagant stage clothesAgnetha is known for the best ‘butt’ in pop music1976-  ‘Arrival’, their 4th album is a big hit1976-  “Dancing Queen” is released as a single, and tops the charts in the USA in 1977ABBA’s Australian TV special receives more viewership in Australia than the moon landing1979-  Schedule a tour of the USA and Canada.  Agnetha was fearful of large groups, traveling and specifically flying.  Going into Boston, their flight is delayed due to their landing airport being wiped out by a level 4 tornado. 1979-  “Gimme, Gimme, Gimme” is released1979-  Bjorn and Agnetha file for divorce(1981 - Benny and Frida file for divorce, but ABBA continues to perform together)1980-  “Super Trooper”, “Winner Takes It All”1980-  ABBA’s last performance in front of a live concert crowd in JapanThe touring, Agnetha’s social issues, 2 divorces all start to catch up with them1982-  Band members start to do some separate projects1992-  Release the compilation album “ABBA GOLD”, selling over 31 million copies1999-  “Mama Mia” play and movie bring ABBA  introduces their music to a new group of peopleAgnetha at this point becomes a bit of a recluse2010- Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of FameFrida’s supposedly deceased father turns out to be alive, and a former NaziThis week in Rock News (Oct 25th, 2021)- ABBA announces new album “Voyage”, and special stadium for digital show- Adele shuts down Griffith Observatory for secret show- Ed Sheeran tests positive for COVID- Mike Portnoy from Dream Theatre talks about wanting to join RUSH as Neil Peart’s successorRemember to share the episode!Listen to the playlist on SPOTIFYVisit www.jabberguys.com to subscribe to our podcasts and for trivia based on each episode.Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://paypal.me/jabberguys?locale.x=en_US)

Controversial Songs (S2-E13)On this episode of Inside Rock, the JabberGuys identify some of the most controversial songs from music history as far back as 1939, to present day.Listen to the playlist on SPOTIFY“Strange Fruit” - Billie Holiday (1939)Do you know the proper lyrics to the songs you sing?“Puff the Magic Dragon” - Peter, Paul and Mary (1963)(H.R. Pufnstuff theme song added to the playlist…. Just for fun.)“Imagine” - John Lennon (1971)“God Save the Queen” - Sex Pistols (1977)“Suicide Solution” - Ozzy Osbourne (1980)“Blurred Lines” - Robin Thick (2013) (Unrated music video)“Goodbye Earl” - Dixie Chicks (1999) (Official music video)“Stan” - Eminem (2000)“Cop Killer” - Body Count (1992)“We Can’t Stop” - Miley Cyrus (2013) (Music video)(Hannah Montana theme song)“My Ding-a-ling” - Chuck Berry (1972)“American Skin (41 shots)” - Bruce Springsteen (2000)“Short People” - Randy Newman (1977)Special request by Queex: “Guilty” - Nazareth (Written by Randy Newman)“WAP” - Cardi B (2020)(Unrated music video) and (Song lyrics) Rock News-       Diamond Dave (David Lee Roth) announces his retirement-       R. Kelly found guilty of sex trafficking and racketeering-       Tears for Fears after 17 years will bring out another album in Feb 2022.Remember to share the episode! Listen to the playlist on SPOTIFY Visit www.jabberguys.com to subscribe to our podcasts and for trivia based on each episode. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://paypal.me/jabberguys?locale.x=en_US)

The Drummer Sang That! (S2-E12) Inside Rock and the JabberGuys discuss some of the spotlight performances of drummers from some of your favourite rock groups.Listen to the playlist on SPOTIFYDon Henley (Eagles)Roger Taylor (Queen)What is a 45rpm record adapter?Don Brewer (Grand Funk)Sheila E (started with Prince)Levon Helm (the Band)Micky Dolenz (The Monkees)The Banana Splits! (but we digress…)Karen Carpenter (The Carpenters)Phil Collins (Genesis)Peter Criss (KISS)Peter Rivera (Rare Earth)Ringo Starr (Beatles)Sneak preview of “Get Back” … new Beatles movie from Peter JacksonDennis Wilson (Beach Boys)Jimmy Marinos (Romantics)Dave Grohl (Foo Fighters)Dave Clark (Dave Clark Five)Jimmy ‘the Rev’ Sullivan (Avenged Sevenfold)Gil Moore (Triumph)Mike Portnoy (Dream Theatre)Jack White (White Stripes)“It Might Get Loud” - Documentary PreviewRemember to share the episode!Listen to the playlist on SPOTIFYVisit www.jabberguys.com to subscribe to our podcasts and for trivia based on each episode.Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://paypal.me/jabberguys?locale.x=en_US)

Best Live Albums (S2-E11)Inside Rock and the JabberGuys discuss some of Rock’s iconic ‘Live’ Albums over the past decades, and some of the stories behind them.Listen to the playlist on SPOTIFYBob Seger - “Live Bullet” (Recorded 1975)KISS - “Alive” (Recorded 1975)Peter Frampton “Comes Alive” (1976)Saga - “In Transit” (1982)Deep Purple - “Made in Japan” (1972)Judas Priest - “Unleashed in the East” (1979)Rush - “All the World’s a Stage” (1976), “Exit Stage Left” (1981)Humble Pie - “Rockin’ the Filmore” (1971)Warren Zevon “Stand in the Fire” (1980)Cheap Trick - “Live at Budokan” (1978)Rolling Stones - “Get Yer Ya Ya’s Out!” (1970)Lynyrd Skynyrd - “One More from the Road” (1976)Thin Lizzy - “Live and Dangerous” (1978)Iron Maiden - “Live After Death” (1985)Styx - “Caught in the Act” (1984); eligible for the Rock Hall of Fame since 1997 and still not inducted … wtf?Lou Reed - “Rock and Roll Animal” (1973)Queen - “Live at Wembley” (1986)Eagles - “Hell Freezes Over” (1994)Fleetwood Mac - “The Dance” (1997)Bruce Springsteen - “Live 1975-1985”ACDC - “If You Want Blood, You’ve Got It” (1978)Neil Young - “Rust Never Sleeps” (1979)Ian Hunter - “Welcome to the Club” (1980)Johnny Cash - “Live at Folsom Prison” (1968)Talking Heads - “Stop Making Sense” (1984)Led Zeppelin - “The Song Remains the Same” (Recorded 1973, Released 1976)BB King - “Live in Cook County Jail” (Released 1971)Aerosmith - “Live Bootleg” (1978)Elvis - “Aloha from Hawaii” (1973); live concert shown on January 14th, in over 40 countries, but the broadcast was delayed in the USA due to conflict with Superbowl VII, and not aired until April 4th.Genesis - “Seconds Out” (1977)UFO - “Strangers in the Night” (1979)Queen - “Live Killers” (1979)Remember to share the episode!Listen to the playlist on SPOTIFYVisit www.jabberguys.com to subscribe to our podcasts and for trivia based on each episode.Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://paypal.me/jabberguys?locale.x=en_US)